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Lillian - Age 66 - Truchas - Cordova

Lillian - Age 66 - Truchas - Cordova

Apr 7, 2013

LILLIAN T. CORDOVA, 66, a resident of Truchas and Rio Chiquito, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 7, 2013 following a long battle with cancer. She was born on January 19, 1947. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nick and Isabel Trujillo; sister, Connie Sandoval; nephew, Joshua R. Montaño; father-in-law, Albert Cordova, Sr. and brother-in-law, Albert Cordova, Jr....

Orlando J. Age - 40 - Chimayo Baca, Jr.

Orlando J. Age - 40 - Chimayo Baca, Jr.

Apr 6, 2013

ORLANDO J. BACA, JR., 40, a lifelong resident of Chimayo, went with our Lord on Saturday, April 6, 2013 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Claudio and Leonardita Baca of Chimayo; maternal grandmother, Rosaura Martinez of Española. Orlando J. Baca, Jr. is survived by his father, Orlando Baca and wife Evelyn of Chimayo; mother,...

Derrick - Age 28 - EspaƱola - Reynolds

Derrick - Age 28 - EspaƱola - Reynolds

Apr 6, 2013

DERRICK D. REYNOLDS, 28, a resident of Española, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, April 6, 2013. He was preceded in death by his mother, Karen Y. Trujillo; father, Kenny Reynolds; maternal great-grandparents, Manuel and Juanita Padilla; paternal great-grandparents, Dionicio and Carmelita Trujillo. Derrick always had a good heart and was always joking and was a loving person....

Manuel F. Age - 52 - Santa Fe Olivas

Manuel F. Age - 52 - Santa Fe Olivas

Apr 6, 2013

Manuel F. Olivas, 52, a resident of Santa Fe passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 6, 2013. Manuel is survived by his wife, Dolores Olivas; children: Monique and Ryan Olivas; grandson, Xavier Jaramillo all of Santa Fe. Manuel was born and raised in Española. He graduated and went to college in El Rito, where he met Dolores (Donna), the love...

Josephine - Age 68 - EspaƱola - Villella

Josephine - Age 68 - EspaƱola - Villella

Apr 5, 2013

In Loving Memory of JOSEPHINE V. VILLELLA, 68, a resident of Española, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Jessie Mae Villella and sister, Jackie Villella. Mrs. Villella is survived by her husband of 32 years, Michael Lewis; son, Harold Zoll and wife Michallia; daughter, Kimico Zoll; grandchildren, Jacob and...

Mark L. Age - 59 - Alcalde Sanchez

Mark L. Age - 59 - Alcalde Sanchez

Apr 4, 2013

Mark L. Sanchez, 59, a resident of Alcalde passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan Esteban and Bertha Sanchez; God-parents, Mercedes and Tito Maestas. Mark loved playing various sports, animals, hunting, fishing, martial arts and especially spending time with his grandchildren. Mark is survived by his wife, Noel; daughter, Lesley and...

Harold Lee Age - 74 - Ohkay Owingeh Johnson

Harold Lee Age - 74 - Ohkay Owingeh Johnson

Apr 3, 2013

HAROLD LEE JOHNSON, 74, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 following a sudden illness. Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Elidia Johnson; his beloved dog, Bonnie; sister-in-law, Pauline Antoine; sisters: Dorothy Mae Howard of Spartanburg, SC, Mary Elizabeth Suttles of Arcadia, SC; brother, Charles Johnson of Taylors, SC; children, Kenneth Johnson and wife...

Mary Louise Age - 89 - Ohkay Owingeh/Californ Blancaflor

Mary Louise Age - 89 - Ohkay Owingeh/Californ Blancaflor

Apr 3, 2013

Mary Louise Archuleta Blancaflor, 89, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh and Upland, California went to her eternal home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 where she was reunited in heaven with her children: Wallace Ohlerking and Ylane Anifantis; other loving relatives. She worked as “Rosie the Riveter” at Lockheed, Burbank California during World War II as...

Phil R. Age - 84 - EspaƱola Lucero

Phil R. Age - 84 - EspaƱola Lucero

Apr 3, 2013

Phil R. Lucero, 84, a resident of Española passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Filiberto and Syria Lucero; brother, Robert A. Lucero. Mr. Lucero earned a B.A. & Law Degree (Juris Doctorate) from the University of Notre Dame, served his country in the Korean War Veteran...

Carla Loretta - Age 59 - EspaƱola - DeVargas

Carla Loretta - Age 59 - EspaƱola - DeVargas

Apr 2, 2013

CARLA LORETTA DEVARGAS, 59, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe. She was born December 8, 1953. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lonnie DeVargas; parents, Joe Lovato and Bernie Romero; brothers, Dennis and Benny Lopez; grandson, Timothy Rivera; maternal grandparents, Juan and Raquel Salazar; father-in-law,...

Augustine - Age 85 - Los Angeles Montano

Augustine - Age 85 - Los Angeles Montano

Apr 2, 2013

Augustine Montaño 85, passed away in Los Angeles, California of natural causes on April 2, 2013 while hospitalized in Sylmar, California. Augustine was born on May 2, 1926 in Leadville, CO. He was preceded in death by his father Antonio Montano, mother Eufemia Baca Velarde of El Llano, New Mexico, brother Robert Luis Montaño from Edgewood, and sister Celina Montaño...

Wallace Homor - Age 98 - Santa Fe Borkenhagen

Wallace Homor - Age 98 - Santa Fe Borkenhagen

Apr 2, 2013

WALLACE HOMER BORKENHAGEN, 98, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 peacefully at home in Santa Fe from natural causes. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Ward Borkenhagen; brothers, Leonard and Curt Borkenhagen and sister, Evelyn Borkenhagen. Wally was born near Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Everett Borkenhagen and Clara Erickson. After graduating from High School he worked for...

Cheri - Los Alamos Chance

Cheri - Los Alamos Chance

Apr 1, 2013

Cheri Chance, currently of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed on into the energy of the universe and heaven on Monday, April 1, 2013. Cheri was the matriarch, anchor, and rock for her family and friends that extend across this country. Cheri was the daughter of Carolyn Chance and Alvin Chance (deceased). Cheri, the eldest, is survived by her sister Laura...

Rudy (Rodolfo) - Age 61 - Rio Chama - Mondragon

Rudy (Rodolfo) - Age 61 - Rio Chama - Mondragon

Mar 31, 2013

RUDY (RUDOLFO) MONDRAGON, 61, a resident of Rio Chama, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2013 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maclovio and Floripa Mondragon; brothers, Gilbert, Larry and Alex Mondragon; sister, Gloria Mondragon and sister-in-law, Rosie Mondragon. Mr. Mondragon is survived by his wife, Margie Gonzales of Española; son, Jerry Mondragon and...

Levi - Age 80 - La Mesa de Poleo - Herrera

Levi - Age 80 - La Mesa de Poleo - Herrera

Mar 29, 2013

LEVI HERRERA, 80, a resident of La Mesa de Poleo, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pedro and Simona Herrera; brothers, Orlando and Marcelino Herrera; parents-in-law, Donaciano and Santana Salazar. Levi was a well known, respected and liked man; who was hard working until the end. All who knew him knew...

Adonilia - Age 81 - EspaƱola - Romero

Adonilia - Age 81 - EspaƱola - Romero

Mar 28, 2013

ADONILIA ROMERO, 81, a resident of Española, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2013, surrounded by her loving family y su angel de guardia, following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adolfo and Margarita Ortega; brothers and sisters and other relatives and friends where she will join them in paradise. Adonilia was a well known...

Frank A. "Chipper" Age - 56 - Santa Gutierrez

Frank A. "Chipper" Age - 56 - Santa Gutierrez

Mar 27, 2013

Frank A. “Chipper” Gutierrez, 56, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away from a short illness on Wednesday, March 27, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen Gutierrez; uncle, Denny Gutierrez; aunt, Madge Gutierrez; nephew, Jeremy Naranjo. During the last 31 years Frank’s passion of operating the Sonic Drive Ins in Española was his...

Paul - Age 60 - Chimayo - Medina

Paul - Age 60 - Chimayo - Medina

Mar 26, 2013

PAUL HAROLD MEDINA, 60, a resident of Chimayo, went home to be with the Lord peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, March 26, 2013. He was preceded in death by his grandson, David Trujillo, Jr.; brothers, Tommy and Pancho Medina; father and mother-in-law, Willie and Susana Duran and his maternal and paternal grandparents. \He was a loving husband,...

Carolina - 72 - Chimayo Ortiz

Carolina - 72 - Chimayo Ortiz

Mar 26, 2013

Carolina Lujan Ortiz, 72, better known as “Carol” a resident of Chimayo passed away on March 26, 2013 of a long illness. She was born in 1940. Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert, her sons, Dickie and Sammy Ortiz. Her parents, Antonio and Delfina Lujan, four brothers and one sister. Her in-Laws, Esquipula and Anita Ortiz. Mrs....

Jose Onivas Age - 64 - Cordova Sandoval

Jose Onivas Age - 64 - Cordova Sandoval

Mar 26, 2013

Jose Onivas Sandoval, 64, a lifelong resident of Cordova, NM passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, due to a short and sudden illness. He was born February 26, 1949. Jose was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Rubella E. Lopez; parents, Jose Israel and Maria Cordilia Sandoval; maternal grandparents, Severiano and Margarita Romero; paternal grandparents, Francisco...

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